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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Canberra from $88

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MEL — CBR
23 Mar — 30 Mar1
1 adult
Sat 23/3
Sat 30/3

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Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Canberra

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Canberra (CBR). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 19 March 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Round-trip from

$316

One-way from

$172
High demand for flights, 22% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 14% potential price drop
From Melbourne to Canberra
One-way flight from Melbourne to Canberra

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Melbourne to Canberra?

Users have found that leaving on a Tuesday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 30% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne to Canberra?

Find a great deal and save up to 54% by booking at least 57 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Melbourne to Canberra within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $253.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Canberra?

August is one of the best times of the year to fly to Canberra from Melbourne. Prices for August average $256 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $107. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a August flight can save you 28% on your journey compared to booking in December

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Canberra (MEL - CBR)?

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to Canberra at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 62% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Cheap Jetstar flights from Melbourne to Canberra

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Melbourne and Canberra. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Find some of the cheapest Jetstar flights travelling from Melbourne to Canberra. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Wed 24/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Sat 27/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$169
Thu 16/511:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Mon 20/512:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$172
Wed 24/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Mon 29/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$174
Thu 2/511:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Mon 6/512:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$198
Wed 17/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Sun 21/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$201
Tue 16/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Sat 20/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$207
Fri 26/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Sat 27/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$209
Fri 26/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Mon 29/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$210
Mon 15/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Mon 22/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$212

Cheap Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne to Canberra

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Virgin Australia for the route between Melbourne and Canberra. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Virgin Australia flights we've found from Melbourne to Canberra. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Sat 17/808:45MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mVirgin Australia
Sat 17/815:10CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/3$219
Thu 1/808:45MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mVirgin Australia
Sat 3/807:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/3$239
Mon 29/420:55MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mVirgin Australia
Tue 30/406:45CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/3$242
Fri 29/317:05MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mVirgin Australia
Mon 1/407:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/3$247
Sat 30/317:05MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mVirgin Australia
Wed 3/407:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/3$311
Sat 17/806:10MEL - CBR
1 stop8h 20mVirgin Australia
Sun 18/818:50CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/3$337
Fri 29/317:05MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mVirgin Australia
Mon 1/407:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/3$343
Thu 28/311:55MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mVirgin Australia
Thu 4/407:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/3$350
Thu 1/820:55MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mVirgin Australia
Sat 3/810:30CBR - MEL
1 stop4h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/3$357

Cheap Melbourne to Canberra flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from Melbourne to Canberra specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 651,626 searches. Prices were last updated on 19 March 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Melbourne to Canberra in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Wed 24/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Sat 27/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$169
Wed 24/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Mon 29/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$174
Wed 17/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Sun 21/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$201
Wed 24/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/407:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$203
Thu 25/420:55MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$206
Tue 16/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Sat 20/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$207
Fri 26/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Sat 27/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$209
Fri 26/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Mon 29/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$210
Mon 15/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Mon 22/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$212

Melbourne to Canberra 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Melbourne and Canberra in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Melbourne to Canberra in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Wed 24/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Sat 27/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$169
Thu 16/511:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Mon 20/512:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$172
Wed 24/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Mon 29/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$174
Thu 2/511:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Mon 6/512:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$198
Wed 17/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Sun 21/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$201
Wed 24/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/407:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$203
Thu 25/420:55MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$206
Tue 16/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Sat 20/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$207
Fri 26/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Sat 27/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$209

Direct flights to Canberra from Melbourne

Discover direct flight options from Melbourne to Canberra. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
For a quicker trip, book one of these direct flights from Melbourne to Canberra. Search for alternative flights from Melbourne to Canberra by utilising the search form above.
Wed 24/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Sat 27/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$169
Thu 16/511:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Mon 20/512:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$172
Wed 24/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Mon 29/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$174
Thu 2/511:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Mon 6/512:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$198
Wed 17/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Sun 21/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$201
Wed 24/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/407:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$203
Thu 25/420:55MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$206
Tue 16/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Sat 20/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$207
Fri 26/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Sat 27/412:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$209

Melbourne to Canberra flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Melbourne to Canberra for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from Melbourne to Canberra should consider booking one of these fares. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Sat 23/312:15MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 25/314:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$280
Sat 23/312:30MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mRex
Mon 25/314:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mRex
Deal found 17/3$303
Sat 23/312:30MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mRex
Tue 26/314:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mRex
Deal found 17/3$314
Sat 23/312:15MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 26/313:40CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$315
Sat 23/312:15MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 25/306:45CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$318
Sat 23/312:15MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Mon 25/315:20CBR - MEL
1 stop8h 25mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$334
Sat 23/312:15MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 27/306:45CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$341
Wed 27/321:30MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mVirgin Australia
Mon 1/407:15CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/3$343
Sat 23/312:15MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 24/306:45CBR - MEL
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/3$344

One-way flights to Canberra from Melbourne

Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Canberra. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Melbourne to Canberra can choose from these deals. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Canberra instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Thu 11/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$88
Wed 17/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$90
Tue 16/411:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$91
Sat 15/611:00MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$101
Tue 4/612:15MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mRex
Deal found 17/3$108
Wed 1/520:55MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/3$110
Thu 21/312:15MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 16/3$117
Thu 18/412:10MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/3$119
Thu 21/312:15MEL - CBR
Nonstop1h 10mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$131

Find flights from Melbourne to Canberra within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Canberra that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$169 - $361

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Wed 24/4

Nonstop1h 05m

Canberra

Sat 27/4

Nonstop1h 10m

$169

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Thu 16/5

Nonstop1h 05m

Canberra

Mon 20/5

Nonstop1h 10m

$172

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Wed 24/4

Nonstop1h 05m

Canberra

Mon 29/4

Nonstop1h 10m

$174

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Wed 24/4

Nonstop1h 05m

Canberra

Sun 28/4

Nonstop1h 10m

$203

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Thu 25/4

Nonstop1h 05m

Canberra

Sat 27/4

Nonstop1h 10m

$206

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Sat 17/8

Nonstop1h 05m

Canberra

Sat 17/8

Nonstop1h 10m

$219

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Thu 1/8

Nonstop1h 05m

Canberra

Sat 3/8

Nonstop1h 10m

$239

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Fri 5/4

Nonstop1h 05m

Canberra

Mon 8/4

Nonstop1h 10m

$274

MelbourneCanberra

MEL - CBR

MELCBR

Melbourne

Fri 29/3

Nonstop1h 05m

Canberra

Fri 5/4

Nonstop1h 10m

$361

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 17/3

When is the best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Canberra?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Canberra. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Canberra, you should look to book at least 66 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Canberra?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Canberra. Price data was last updated on 10 March 2024.
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Midday
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Canberra flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Canberra by month

Plan your trip from Melbourne to Canberra by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Melbourne to Canberra is currently $106 while a return flight costs $224. Price data was last updated on 10 March 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Canberra (average of $207). Flying from Melbourne to Canberra in December is currently the most expensive (average of $265). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$360

February

$315

March

$325

April

$360

May

$341

June

$355

July

$366

August

$321

September

$360

October

$318

November

$360

December

$404

Temperature and rainfall in Canberra by month

Plan your trip to Canberra by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CBR

Temperature

5 - 20 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Canberra

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Canberra. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Canberra. Reviews last updated 19 March 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Rex from Melbourne to Canberra by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
9.0
Wonderful
24 reviews

Crew

9.2

Entertainment

6.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

9.0

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

9.0
Wonderful
24 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
24 reviews

Crew

9.2

Entertainment

6.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

9.0

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

7.9
Good
745 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
24 reviews

Crew

9.2

Entertainment

6.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

9.0

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

7.8
Good
1,071 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
24 reviews

Crew

9.2

Entertainment

6.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

9.0

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

6.9
Okay
740 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
24 reviews

Crew

9.2

Entertainment

6.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

9.0

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Very good. On time, very pleasant staff, more legroom than some other airlines. Our airline of choice

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Canberra. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Canberra from Melbourne?

    Canberra (CBR), located 6.4 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to Canberra. 4 airlines have flights to Canberra from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to Canberra should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 40 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

  • Can I find flights from Melbourne to Canberra for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne to Canberra for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $169, but on average you can expect to pay $210.

  • Are there direct flights from Melbourne to Canberra for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Melbourne to Canberra under $200. A good price for a direct flight from Melbourne to Canberra is less than $212.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Melbourne to Canberra for under $300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Melbourne to Canberra within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • What days are direct flights available from Melbourne to Canberra?

    Days when direct flights are available for this flight are: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Melbourne to Canberra on average per day?

    On average 13 flights depart from Melbourne to Canberra per day.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 77% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 23% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Canberra?

    Airlines like Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Rex fly from Melbourne to Canberra in about 1h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance from Melbourne to Canberra is about 472 km. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Canberra round-trip?

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Canberra, with prices starting at $169. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Virgin Australia and Rex, with the lowest prices starting at $219 and $274, respectively. Jetstar is currently priced 33% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Canberra one-way?

    $88 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Jetstar. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Rex and Virgin Australia, with prices starting from $108 and $110, respectively.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne to Canberra?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to Canberra?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Melbourne to Canberra consider choosing Rex(92%), LATAM Airlines(82%) or China Eastern(79%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Canberra?

    While on average a flight from Melbourne to Canberra is generally $441, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $86. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Canberra), you can expect to pay $172 for that flight.

  • What does MEL to CBR mean?

    This is defined as Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Canberra Airport (CBR). Codes like Canberra Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Canberra

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JetstarCheapest$88Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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RexCheapest$120Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$126Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$152Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Canberra

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Canberra. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
12%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
45%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
30%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
13%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
Midnight
6 AM
Midday
6 PM

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Canberra

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Canberra. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Monday43daily flights
Tuesday36daily flights
Wednesday45daily flights
Thursday44daily flights
Friday44daily flights
Saturday33daily flights
Sunday36daily flights

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